Configuration๏ƒ

This product can be freely customized through the web configuration tool (https://config.parkstool.com). To change functionality, you must use the web configuration tool to modify settings.

Recently, the web configuration tool cannot be used on iPad/iPhone. MIDI functions operate normally. Configuration changes via browser on iPad or iPhone are not possible.

Output and Operation๏ƒ

This product supports various operation modes:

  • MIDI Normal Mode

  • MIDI Pitchbend Mode

  • MIDI Program Change Mode

  • MIDI Custom Mode

  • Keyboard Mode

  • Consumer Control Mode (volume control, etc.)

  • Mouse Mode

  • 14-bit CC Mode

  • 14-bit NRPN Mode

๐ŸŽน Operation Mode Description๏ƒ

1. MIDI Normal Mode๏ƒ

Encoders / Potentiometers: Send CC or Note On messages, with configurable MIDI channel and number. CC values or note velocity vary according to encoder or potentiometer position.

Keys: Send CC 127 or Note Velocity 127 values. Send 127 when pressed, 0 when released. These values can be set to custom values. This description covers general momentary mode, and toggle mode is also supported. To use toggle mode, check the corresponding checkbox.

2. MIDI Pitchbend Mode๏ƒ

Encoders / Potentiometers: Pitchbend values are transmitted when rotated.

Keys: Pitchbend values are not transmitted.

3. MIDI Program Change Mode๏ƒ

Encoders /Potentiometers: Send position-based Program Change messages.

Keys: Can send specified Program numbers.

4. MIDI Custom Mode๏ƒ

Encoders / Potentiometers: Can send different values depending on left/right rotation.

Keys: Various actions can be specified such as when pressed, when released, toggle operation, etc.

  • Supported messages: Note On/Off, CC, Program Change, Pitchbend, 14-bit NRPN

5. Keyboard / Consumer Control / Mouse Mode๏ƒ

A mode that can operate as a general keyboard, media keys (e.g., play/stop/volume), or mouse.

6. 14-bit CC Mode๏ƒ

  • A mode for high-resolution control that can transmit 14-bit (16384 steps) values from a single control.

  • Transmitted by combining MSB (Most Significant Byte) and LSB (Least Significant Byte) according to MIDI specification.

  • Supported by Encoders and Potentiometers, suitable for situations requiring precise mapping.

7. 14-bit NRPN Mode๏ƒ

NRPN control capability

  • For encoder or potentiometer products, NRPN values (MSB/LSB) are transmitted in real-time when users turn the knob.

  • Switch (key) type products can transmit NRPN messages by directly specifying value in the Web Configuration Tool.

  • Configuration method: Access the Web Configuration Tool, select โ€˜MIDI NRPN MODEโ€™, and specify NRPN MSB/LSB.Configuration method: Access the Web Configuration Tool, select โ€˜MIDI NRPN MODEโ€™, and specify NRPN MSB/LSB.

  • NRPN messages are suitable for high-resolution MIDI control and are supported by various DAWs and hardware.

8. SYSEX Mode (v9.3 and above)๏ƒ

Overview

  • A mode that allows you to send custom MIDI System Exclusive (SysEx) messages.

  • You can directly control parameters of hardware synthesizers, effects, samplers, and more.

  • All Encoders, Potentiometers, and Keys are supported.

  • Available on all products.

Basic Usage

  1. In the Web Configuration Tool, select โ€œSYSEX (v9.3+)โ€ as the Content Type for the PEK.

  2. Enter the SysEx message in hexadecimal format in the Custom SysEx Message field.

    • Example (static value): F0 00 20 33 01 00 70 40 22 48 F7

    • Must start with F0 and end with F7.

    • All bytes must be 7-bit values (0x00~0x7F).

  3. Click the APPLY button to save.

  4. When you operate the corresponding PEK, the stored SysEx message will be transmitted.

Variable Substitution (Dynamic Values)

  • You can insert the {value7bit} token within the SysEx message to dynamically transmit the current value.

  • Particularly useful with Encoders and Potentiometers.

Example:

F0 01 02 {value7bit} 03 F7

  • When Potentiometers is at the middle position (value 64): F0 01 02 40 03 F7 is transmitted (40 is hexadecimal)

  • When you turn Encoders and the value becomes 100: F0 01 02 64 03 F7 is transmitted (64 is hexadecimal)

  • When you press Keys: transmitted with the currently stored value substituted

Limitations

  • Payload Size: Data excluding F0 and F7 is supported up to a maximum of 12 bytes.

  • Variable Count: Only 1 {value7bit} token can be used per SysEx message.

  • Value Range: 0~127 (7-bit MIDI value)

Bank Number Limitations on Some Products

  • Due to memory constraints, the number of banks may be reduced on some products:

    • 4-knob products: maximum 15 banks

    • 8-knob products: maximum 7 banks

    • 16-knob products: maximum 3 banks

    • 24+ knob products: maximum 2 banks

Real-world Examples

  1. Hardware Synthesizer Parameter Control

    • Real-time control of parameters such as filter, oscillator, envelope, etc.

    • Accurate SysEx format must be checked in the MIDI Implementation Chart of each hardware

  2. Program/Preset Change

    • Quick preset switching using encoders or keys

    • When using {value7bit}, programs in the range 0~127 can be selected

  3. Effects and Sampler Control

    • Adjusting effect parameters such as delay time, reverb depth, etc.

    • Sampler play/stop, sample selection, etc.

Note

SysEx message formats differ for each device. Please always refer to the MIDI Implementation Chart or manual of the device to verify the accurate commands.

๐Ÿ” Additional Bank Information๏ƒ

  • Banks can be switched using Encoders and Keys.

  • By default, 2 Banks are provided, and the number of Banks can be changed in the Global Variables tab of the Web Configuration Tool.

  • Encoders with physical detents are recommended for Bank switching.

  • When Bank Looping is enabled, it cycles from the last Bank back to the first Bank. Useful for single button devices.

  • Each Bank requires configuration before use.

  • Potentiometer products can also change banks. It is recommended to set other banks as bank features. Otherwise, after bank changes, that element will no longer function as bank change and will become general midi mode.Potentiometer products can also change banks. It is recommended to set other banks as bank features as well. Otherwise, after the bank changes, that element will no longer operate as bank change and will become general MIDI mode.

Mapping and User Settings๏ƒ

โœจ Basic Mapping Features๏ƒ

  • Keys, knobs, media keys, etc. can be freely mapped through the Web Configuration Tool.

  • When the product is connected and the configuration page is opened in a web browser, it is automatically recognized.